As a marriage coach for over twenty-five years, I know that even the best marriages have their own special challenges. Inadequate communication, silent treatment and financial troubles are some of the most common issues couples face. This year has intensified…
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Relationships: Can Being Needy Cause Someone To Put Up With Bad Behaviour?
If someone hasn’t eaten for a little while, they can end up eating things that are not good for them. Due to how hungry they are, it can stop them from being able to resist this type of food. They…
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All of the Feels: 5 Photos That Highlight #BlackLove
In a day and age where positive portrayals of African-Americans are a must-have, depictions of Black love and family are a given. We know that there’s much more to see than what mainstream society presents regarding our culture, and it’s…
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TV One Puts New Spin on Romance With Original Film ‘Steppin’ Back to Love,’ Premiering February 8
TV One puts a fresh spin on romantic dramas with the premiere of the original film Steppin’ Back to Love, which will premiere Saturday, February 8 at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT with an encore presentation at 10 p.m. ET/9 p.m. C. The film follows…
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What Healthy Black Love Looks Like
If we are being real, we know way too many people–that is, if we are not one of them–who are in unhealthy relationships. They stay in the name of love but are hella miserable. And if you ask me, life…
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The No. 1 Issue You Don’t Foresee When Entering a Relationship
“It’s not always rainbows and butterflies, it’s compromise that moves us along.” – Maroon 5 Most of us are at the age when we know better than to attempt to change someone. The older you get, the more stubborn you…
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Stop Dating Non-Black People Who Are Silent About Our Struggle
Black people are standing up and demanding to be seen and to matter in ways I have read about in history books but have never experienced in my lifetime. Whether we are talking about #themovementforblacklives or #sayhername, as a community…
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Common Sensual: Beyond the Sheets
As a male writer in New York City, I’ve come across no shortage of women scribes who aspire to be the Carrie Bradshaw of urban media. The seductive lifestyle of record release parties, open-bar velvet rope events and celebrity sightings…
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What Genuine Love Is …
I’ve genuinely loved many people in my short life, but I can’t say that many people genuinely loved me. Being a writer for a major media outlet and hosting events in a major city has folks attempting to piece together…
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7 Secrets of Lasting Love
Sensational news reports, census numbers, reality television and, sometimes, even our own family history has many of us questioning the feasibility of a happily ever after relationship. But lasting happiness can be yours! Need proof? We chatted with couples whose…
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